R145 Million PowerBall & PowerBall Plus: Results for Tuesday, 17 March 2026

South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, offer a combined jackpot of R145 million, marking a significant increase after Friday the 13th’s draw failed to produce a winner. The total prize pool has swelled to this amount following fourteen consecutive rollovers, presenting a substantial opportunity for players.

Jackpot Growth and Friday’s Results

The R145 million prize represents a considerable jump from previous draws. Friday’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus results, drawn on March 13, 2026, saw no jackpot winners, contributing to the current substantial payout. The PowerBall jackpot alone is now worth an estimated R100 million, while PowerBall Plus offers R45 million. This figure is approaching the R179-million PowerBall win recorded in January 2026, demonstrating the potential for large payouts.

For those who participated in Friday’s draw, the winning numbers were: PowerBall numbers 01, 03, 27, 45, 50 with a PowerBall of 17. PowerBall Plus numbers were 09, 14, 23, 34, 36 with a PowerBall of 20. Players can review past PowerBall results on various websites to check previous draws.

Understanding the Odds and Costs

Entering the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws requires a relatively small investment, but the odds of winning remain significant. A standard PowerBall entry costs R5 per board, with an additional R2.50 for PowerBall Plus, totaling R7.50. This provides a 1 in 42,310,200 chance of winning the PowerBall jackpot. While the odds are long, Tuesday’s R145 million jackpot is more than five times the average PowerBall jackpot payout of R22 million, potentially incentivizing participation.

It’s important to note that the odds of winning remain constant regardless of how frequently a player participates. As The South African points out, the lottery has no memory, and each draw is an independent event. Statistically, the house maintains a 99.9% advantage.

Comparing to Other Lottery Games

Alongside the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws, South Africa’s Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and 2 also offer substantial jackpots. Tonight’s Lotto and Lotto Plus games offer a combined R67 million prize. While previously competitive with PowerBall, the gap has now widened, with PowerBall and PowerBall Plus offering more than double the potential winnings. A Lotto entry costs R5 per board, with an additional R2.50 for Plus 1 and 2, totaling R10. The odds of winning the Lotto jackpot are slightly better, at 1 in 40,310,358.

The average Lotto jackpot payout is R5.95 million, making Tuesday’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpot particularly attractive. The highest-ever lottery payout in South Africa remains the R232-million PowerBall win in February 2019, setting a benchmark for potential winnings.

Claiming Your Winnings

For those fortunate enough to win, claiming prize money involves specific procedures. Winners must possess a valid winning ticket, be 18 years of age or older, and have a valid South African bank account (no older than three months) and proof of identity. The payout process varies depending on the amount won:

• Retail stores pay out winnings up to R2,000.
• Winnings between R10,000 and R49,999 must be claimed at an Approved Prize Payment Centre (APPC).
• Winnings between R49,999 and R249,999 can be claimed via EFT from participating banks (excluding African Bank, which has a limit of R49,999).
• Winnings exceeding R250,000 require an in-person visit to an ITHUBA office.

Winners have 365 days from the draw date to claim their prizes.

Looking Ahead: Changes to the National Lottery

While the current PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws are operated by ITHUBA, a change is on the horizon. In June 2026, the National Lottery will be transitioning to a new operator, Sizekhaya Holdings. However, for the March 17th draw, the process remains unchanged. Tickets are available for purchase until 20:30, with the official draw taking place at 21:00. Players can purchase tickets through the National Lottery website, the Mobile App, or at participating retailers.

With R145 million up for grabs, Tuesday’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws present a significant opportunity for South African players. Six numbers stand between participants and a life-changing prize.